My dad showed me this about 10 years ago he said the old laundry detergent worked better he usually used Tide but I have had fine success with Arm and Hammer.

This formula really breaks down the dirt. You don’t need to scrub hard it really just rubs off easily. However some stuff can be a little more stubborn which is when I break out the steel wool.

If your hardware is starting to have some pilling and corrosion the steel wool will help with that too.

Finishing

You can choose to clear coat your hardware with clear lacquer.

Another option if you are wanting to paint the hardware scuff really well with steel wood. Then use spray paint spray the handles and let dry. Clear coat handles after dry. Please note that this is not durable if you are planning on doing this for heavily used hardware. Handles that won’t be used much this option should work fine.

Thanks for reading this weeks blog, I have been off for awhile and glad to be back writing! If you have any questions you want answered please send me an taraloubadger@gmail.com

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<p>19 years ago, I started my path in furniture by preserving antique furniture, and restoring furniture after home disasters. More recently I have started working with clients to revive their furniture to todays fashions. When I’m not chipping my nails flipping furniture I am out with my kids hunting, fishing, foraging, gardening or hiking.</p>

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<p>19 years ago, I started my path in furniture by preserving antique furniture, and restoring furniture after home disasters. More recently I have started working with clients to revive their furniture to todays fashions. When I’m not chipping my nails flipping furniture I am out with my kids hunting, fishing, foraging, gardening or hiking.</p>